Screen Redraw / Macbook Silver / 4 Months old

Here is a screen grab of the problem.
Only does it when scrolling.
http://www.millerandmiller.co.uk/screen/screen.png
Looks like a graphic chip problem.
Any body else have this problem?
Thanks, James

You need to take it back in to the Apple store. Some piece of hardware has failed and will need to be replaced.
Luckily for you it is still within the one year warranty period so it won't cost you anything to have it fixed (That is if Apple doesn't fine anything inside of it that could void your warranty).
I suggest you consider buying the Applecare extended warranty.

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